Obviously, a little pricey - as a shortcut for the 10.5 housing swap. But Just wanted to post all the possible alternatives...

 

Forced performance sells the Tommi Makkinen 10.5 with titanium impeller for under $1000. That turbo is better than the MR's.

 

IS the Tommi MakKinen turbo a direct swap in?

 

Yes

http://linux.forcedperformance.net/m...ode=Lancer_EVO

 

So thisis a direct fit? Will it need a reflash or tuning?

 

Getting this turbo, or any other piece of substantial performance hardware for that matter without at least a reflash is as exciting as ordering a virgin drink.

 

Eloquently said

 

What other mods would u need when getting this turbo?

 

However the question is - Is this MR $1600 turbo JDM with titanium impeller as well or USDM?
I believe there are some differences between TME and 8MR Ti turbos.

 

You don't need anything but a nicely done (possibly aftermarket) exhaust manifold and O2 housing would be nice and tuning .

 

Sweetness

 

...or just a virgin for some

 

$1600 ......LOLOLOL....no way........even it if has a reworked wastegate, $1600 can lead you to a more cost efficient turbo or turbo parts (TDO5HR-16g6-9.5T are very robust....look into different comp and turbine housings along with different wheels)

 

ok this Tommi Makkinen turbocharger is very nice and has my intrest.. i am curious about one thing though.. i wont' have to replace my manifold or anything?? and this may be a stupid question... but i can use my aftermarket dp to bolt on to that ? or will i need a new 02 housing... anyways.. ananyone with his on their car??

 

Anybody clipped the wheel on the 10.5 (16G) for more exhaust flow 2 higher rpm's and for increased spool up time?